Lateral Partner Opportunity

Lateral Partner Opportunity St. Louis, MO | Entrepreneurial Litigation & Business Platform A highly respected St. Louis law firm is seeking entrepreneurial lateral partners with an established portable book of business who are looking for a stronger platform without the operational burden of running their own firm. This opportunity is particularly well-suited for experienced practitioners who enjoy practicing law and servicing clients but are increasingly frustrated with the administrative, financial, and management demands of firm ownership. The Opportunity Join a collaborative and entrepreneurial platform that allows you to maintain autonomy over your practice while leveraging the support, infrastructure, and reputation of an established firm. The firm offers a highly attractive model for partners with portable business who want: Greater operational support Reduced administrative burden Cross-referral opportunities Financial upside tied directly to collections A collegial and business-minded partnership group Compensation Structure This firm offers a flexible, entrepreneur-friendly compensation model with significant upside potential.

Key highlights include:

Partners retain 100% of their own collections , less firm overhead (historically averaging approximately 27-32%) Optional draw structure allowing partners to draw 60% as collections are received , with reconciliation completed at year-end Additional upside through shared work opportunities, including earning one-third of collections on partner-worked matters Ability to bring in and supervise an associate while retaining the collections generated from that work and directly managing the compensation structure The platform is designed for lawyers who want to maintain an entrepreneurial practice while eliminating much of the operational complexity associated with running a firm independently. Ideal Candidate Partner-level attorney with a portable book of business Strong client relationships and entrepreneurial mindset Looking to transition away from the demands of firm ownership or solo practice management Interested in continuing to grow within a collaborative platform Practice areas may include litigation, business law, estate planning, employment, family, or related areas Why This Platform Established and respected firm with strong infrastructure Ability to focus on practicing law instead of managing operations Support with billing, collections, staffing, office administration, and firm management Cross-selling and internal referral opportunities Flexible and entrepreneurial compensation structure Culture & Environment The firm values professionalism, responsiveness, and long-term client relationships while maintaining a collegial and supportive internal culture. Lawyers are given autonomy while benefiting from a stable and experienced operational platform. Confidential Inquiries All discussions and inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality. This is an exceptional opportunity for a partner seeking to retain the benefits of an entrepreneurial practice without the ongoing burden of running a law firm .

To Apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a confidential résumé and brief summary of their current practice or book of business. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. 📧 shannon.flower@gogpac.com 📱 986-999-4419